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Gobshite
/ˈɡɒbʃaɪt/ · noun · vulgar
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Gobshite In A Sentence
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Hiberno-English compound of 'gob' (mouth) and 'shite', literally implying someone whose mouth produces rubbish. Long established in Irish and British English as a strong but common insult.
People Also Ask
What does gobshite mean in Irish slang?
It's a vulgar insult for a loudmouth fool who talks nonsense confidently.
Is gobshite a strong swear word?
It's vulgar but common in Ireland; it's harsher than 'eejit' but still used fairly casually.
Can gobshite be affectionate?
Yes — between friends it can be playful, like calling a mate a 'lovable gobshite'.
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